Flying from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Seoul. Explore your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when organising your flight from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU).
The average length of a direct Seoul to Manas International Airport flight is 7 hours 20 minutes.
Manas International Airport is located in Bishkek. The city runs on the UTC+6 timezone and is three hours behind Seoul.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Manas International Airport (FRU) is the busiest route, with 5 direct services each week. Get from ICN to FRU on T'Way Air's 10:55am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Seoul to FRU.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU) can be booked from this terminal.
When departing from ICN, you can take a direct flight from Seoul to Manas International Airport with T'Way Air.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with T'Way Air between ICN and FRU.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Seoul to FRU with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ICN and FRU include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Almaty Airport (ALA)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Manas International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
54.5% of flights departing from Incheon International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Work a stopover into your journey at Daxing International Airport (PKX). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU) out of Gimpo International Airport.
From central Seoul, GMP is roughly 16 kilometres away. When working out the best way to get there, find out whether public transport is an option or if it's easier to drive.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to FRU flight:
75.94% of flights out of Gimpo International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU)
Right now, R 4,153 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Manas International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,709. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to FRU, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Seoul to Manas International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Manas International Airport (FRU), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Bishkek based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bishkek is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Seoul to FRU plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Manas International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bishkek
Start your Bishkek trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to Manas International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Bishkek trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you won't want to miss include SAIMALUU TASH Art Gallery, Bishkek Park and Sky Park.
Explore more of Kyrgyzstan
Bishkek has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Kyrgyzstan just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-west of Bishkek, a trip to Jalal-Abad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Jalal-Abad Historical Museum, Mechet' Bilal and Zhenish Seyi Bagy.
Naryn is another favourite destination in Kyrgyzstan and is around 225 kilometres south-east of Bishkek. No journey is complete without a visit to Reise nach Kirgisistan, Mechet' Imeni Abbu Bakasa and Masjid Al-Ikhlas.